Post Doctoral Fellow - Water Demand Projections and Planning
Clemson University: College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences: Agricultural Sciences
Location
SC Water Resources Center Pendleton SC 29670
Open Date

Jun 30, 2023

Description

The Department of Agricultural Sciences and the South Carolina Water Resources Center at Clemson University invites qualified candidates to apply for one Postdoctoral Research position.
Location: South Carolina Water Resources Center, Pendleton, SC
Project detail: The successful candidate will develop water demand projections for different watersheds in South Carolina. Results from this work will be incorporated in the next state water plan. Responsibilities include the collection and analysis of spatial and temporal data; develop projections; prepare high quality maps and charts; prepare detailed reports; present at stakeholders’ meetings; collect feedbacks and make necessary adjustments; explore econometric analysis of water demand; assist with data dashboard development; prepare journal articles, etc. The hire will also have the opportunity to work with graduate students and collaborate on grant proposals.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Minimum requirements include a PhD in civil engineering with focus on hydrology or water resources planning and management, or agricultural economics with focus on econometric analysis pertaining to water resources planning and management; statistics; programming skills (preferably in R or willingness to learn R and RShiny); GIS; and good presentation and writing skills (demonstrated by journal publications).
The successful candidate should also hold a valid driving license and be willing to drive across the state to attend stakeholders’ meetings. Occasional overnight stays may be required.
This is a 2-year position. Initial appointment will be for one year and renewable for a 2nd year contingent upon funding and performance.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/127722 and must include:
1. a cover letter expressing interest in the position and highlighting past experiences,
2. a curriculum vitae,
3. names and contact information for 3 professional references who can be contacted
4. a writing sample (preferably a recent journal article).

Application Instructions: All applications received by July 31, 2023, will be given full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Contact: Please contact Dr. Khedun (pkhedun@clemson.edu) with copy to Dr. Mishra (ashokm@clemson.edu) for inquiries.

Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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